SGInnovate

Chief Operating Officer with 30 years of experience in technology startup investments. Responsible for operationalizing strategic directions from the Board and overseeing corporate governance, integrity and efficiency of business operations across human resources, finance, procurement, IT, and administration.

Executive Director leading SGInnovate's investment efforts, from collaborating with research scientists on venture-fundable deep tech solutions to identifying high-potential startups in areas such as artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, advanced manufacturing, agrifoodtech, medtech, and quantum computing.

Executive Director overseeing talent initiatives within the deep tech space, including strengthening individual capabilities, building a mentors and multipliers network, and expanding the talent marketplace to connect ambitious people and high-potential startups.

Experienced solar energy industry leader with over 20 years in the sector. Co-founder of Sunseap which grew to serve multiple markets before acquisition by EDP Renewables in 2022. Award-winning entrepreneur recognized for contributions to photovoltaic technology advancement in Singapore.

Former Senior Vice President and Head of GIC's Technology Investment Group, overseeing venture capital and growth stage investments across global technology including companies like Alibaba and Airbnb. Based in San Francisco with experience in fintech, e-commerce, and investment management technologies.

Chief Executive Officer of Singapore's National Research Foundation overseeing policies, plans and strategies for research, innovation and enterprise. Concurrently leads the Public Sector Science & Technology Policy Office in the Prime Minister's Office.

Global Health Practice Co-Head at Egon Zehnder specializing in CEO, board, and C-level succession planning and executive coaching. Prior 16-year tenure at Singapore Economic Development Board steering national strategy for health and consumer industries across Asia.

Experienced venture capital and corporate governance leader currently serving as Venture Partner at Granite Asia. Long career at Vertex including roles as General Manager and President of Vertex Management, with board experience across multiple private and formerly public companies.

Managing Director of Enterprise Singapore, overseeing strategies to uplift Singapore companies and facilitate global expansion. Board member of SGInnovate with prior experience as Deputy Secretary at the Prime Minister's Office handling climate change and population policies.

Founder and CEO of Greenphyto, an agritech startup focused on sustainable and climate-resilient farming solutions. Previously founded Greenpac, a sustainable packaging firm grown to multimillion-dollar scale. Award-winning entrepreneur recognized for circular economy leadership and inclusive enterprise practices.

Career public servant and former Permanent Secretary of multiple Singapore ministries including Manpower, Health, and the National Research Foundation. Currently Chairman of SGInnovate and the Central Provident Fund Board, with extensive experience in developing Singapore's scientific and technology capabilities.